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Gilroy's “Behemoth!” Opens NYFF with Pascal’s Tour de Force

7/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Tony Gilroy’s film Behemoth! will premiere as Centerpiece of the 64th New York Film Festival on Oct. 2, 2026 at Lincoln Center.
Pedro Pascal plays Alex, a former child-prodigy cellist who leaves a Chicago orchestra for Los Angeles.
The cast includes Eva Victor, Alexa Swinton, and Will Arnett.
NYFF artistic director Dennis Lim called the film’s music use creative and Pascal’s performance a tour de force.

History

Historical Context

The New York Film Festival, launched on September 10 1963 by Richard Roud, Amos Vogel and Lincoln Center president William Schuman, quickly built a reputation for avant-garde and international cinema, with its Main Slate featuring 20-30 films each year. Under current artistic director Dennis Lim, the festival continues that legacy by showcasing innovative narrative works.

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Story summary

Tony Gilroy’s film Behemoth! will premiere as Centerpiece of the 64th New York Film Festival on Oct. 2, 2026 at Lincoln Center.
Pedro Pascal plays Alex, a former child-prodigy cellist who leaves a Chicago orchestra for Los Angeles.
The cast includes Eva Victor, Alexa Swinton, and Will Arnett.
NYFF artistic director Dennis Lim called the film’s music use creative and Pascal’s performance a tour de force.

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